Collapsible outdoor shower

ABSTRACT

The collapsible outdoor shower is a temporary structure. The collapsible outdoor shower is a collapsible structure. The collapsible outdoor shower is configured for outdoor use. The collapsible outdoor shower is deployed to create a private space for a client that is used for showering. The collapsible outdoor shower comprises a superior structure, a capture pan, and a lateral bracing structure. The lateral bracing structure secures the capture pan to the superior structure. The superior structure suspends the collapsible outdoor shower from an externally provisioned structure. The lateral bracing structure forms the private space that encloses the client. The capture pan forms a protected surface on which the client stands while in the private space.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention

The present invention relates to the field of baths and showers, morespecifically, a collapsible and movable cabinet for a shower.(A47K3/325)

SUMMARY OF INVENTION

The collapsible outdoor shower is a temporary structure. The collapsibleoutdoor shower is a collapsible structure. The collapsible outdoorshower is configured for outdoor use. The collapsible outdoor shower isdeployed to create a private space for a client that is used forshowering. The collapsible outdoor shower comprises a superiorstructure, a capture pan, and a lateral bracing structure. The lateralbracing structure secures the capture pan to the superior structure. Thesuperior structure suspends the collapsible outdoor shower from anexternally provisioned structure. The lateral bracing structure formsthe private space that encloses the client. The capture pan forms aprotected surface on which the client stands while in the private space.

These together with additional objects, features and advantages of thecollapsible outdoor shower will be readily apparent to those of ordinaryskill in the art upon reading the following detailed description of thepresently preferred, but nonetheless illustrative, embodiments whentaken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

In this respect, before explaining the current embodiments of thecollapsible outdoor shower in detail, it is to be understood that thecollapsible outdoor shower is not limited in its applications to thedetails of construction and arrangements of the components set forth inthe following description or illustration. Those skilled in the art willappreciate that the concept of this disclosure may be readily utilizedas a basis for the design of other structures, methods, and systems forcarrying out the several purposes of the collapsible outdoor shower.

It is therefore important that the claims be regarded as including suchequivalent construction insofar as they do not depart from the spiritand scope of the collapsible outdoor shower. It is also to be understoodthat the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for purposes ofdescription and should not be regarded as limiting.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a furtherunderstanding of the invention are incorporated in and constitute a partof this specification, illustrate an embodiment of the invention andtogether with the description serve to explain the principles of theinvention. They are meant to be exemplary illustrations provided toenable persons skilled in the art to practice the disclosure and are notintended to limit the scope of the appended claims.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a side view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 3 is a top view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 4 is an in-use view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 5 is a side view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 6 is a bottom view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 7 is a detail view of an embodiment of the disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENT

The following detailed description is merely exemplary in nature and isnot intended to limit the described embodiments of the application anduses of the described embodiments. As used herein, the word “exemplary”or “illustrative” means “serving as an example, instance, orillustration.” Any implementation described herein as “exemplary” or“illustrative” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred oradvantageous over other implementations. All of the implementationsdescribed below are exemplary implementations provided to enable personsskilled in the art to practice the disclosure and are not intended tolimit the scope of the appended claims. Furthermore, there is nointention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented inthe preceding technical field, background, brief summary or thefollowing detailed description.

Detailed reference will now be made to one or more potential embodimentsof the disclosure, which are illustrated in FIGS. 1 through 7 .

The collapsible outdoor shower 100 (hereinafter invention) is atemporary structure. The invention 100 is a collapsible structure. Theinvention 100 is configured for outdoor use. The invention 100 isdeployed to create a private space 104 for a client 105 that is used forshowering. The invention 100 comprises a superior structure 101, acapture pan 102, and a lateral bracing structure 103. The lateralbracing structure 103 secures the capture pan 102 to the superiorstructure 101. The superior structure 101 suspends the invention 100from an externally provisioned structure. The lateral bracing structure103 forms the private space 104 that encloses the client 105. Thecapture pan 102 forms a protected surface on which the client 105 standswhile in the private space 104. The private space 104 is definedelsewhere in this disclosure. The client 105 is defined elsewhere inthis disclosure.

The superior structure 101 is a mechanical structure. The superiorstructure 101 forms the superior structure 101 of the invention 100 whenthe invention 100 is deployed. The superior structure 101 suspends theinvention 100 from an externally provisioned structure. The superiorstructure 101 receives water under pressure from an externallyprovisioned source of water and discharges the received water as a sprayinto the private space 104 formed by the invention 100. The superiorstructure 101 comprises a superior ring 111, a plurality of spokes 112,a hub 113, a hook 114, a shower head 115, and a plurality of handles116.

The superior ring 111 is a ring shaped structure. The superior ring 111is a rigid structure. The superior ring 111 forms an open congruent endof the prism-shaped structure formed by the lateral bracing 103. Thesuperior ring 111 attaches the superior structure 101 to the lateralbracing 103. The plurality of handles 116 attach to the superior ring111.

The hub 113 is a mechanical structure. The hub 113 is positioned at thecenter of the ring structure of the superior ring 111 such that thecenter of the hub 113 and the center of the superior ring 111 form aline that is aligned with the vertical direction. The hub 113 containsthe shower head 115. The hook 114 attaches to the superior surface ofthe hub 113.

Each of the plurality of spokes 112 is a prism-shaped structure. Theplurality of spokes 112 physically secures the hub 113 to the superiorring 111 such that the hub 113 is at the center of the superior ring111. The plurality of spokes 112 transfers the loads of the superiorring 111, the capture pan 102, and the lateral bracing 103 to the hub113 when the invention 100 is suspended for deployment. The relativepositions of each of the plurality of spokes 112 is such that the anglebetween any two adjacent spokes selected from the plurality of spokes112 is equal. The plurality of spokes 112 further comprises a firstspoke 141, a second spoke 142, and a third spoke 143.

The first spoke 141 is a first prism structure selected from theplurality of spokes 112 that attaches the superior ring 111 to the hub113. The second spoke 142 is a second prism structure selected from theplurality of spokes 112 that attaches the superior ring 111 to the hub113. The third spoke 143 is a third prism structure selected from theplurality of spokes 112 that attaches the superior ring 111 to the hub113.

The hook 114 is a mechanical structure. The hook 114 suspends the hub113 from the externally provisioned structure.

The shower head 115 is a nozzle structure. The shower head 115 receiveswater under pressure from an externally provisioned source of water anddischarges the received water as a spray into the private space 104 ofthe invention 100. The shower head 115 mounts in the interior space ofthe hub 113 such that the hub 113 forms a protective shell around theshower head 115. The shower head 115 further comprises a spray nozzle144 and a fitting 145.

The spray nozzle 144 is a mechanical structure that receives water underpressure from the fitting 145 and discharges the water as a spray intothe private space 104 of the invention 100. The fitting 145 is amechanical structure that forms a fluidic connection between the spraynozzle 144 and the water under pressure from an externally provisionedsource of water. The spray nozzle 144 and the fitting 145 are definedelsewhere in this disclosure.

Each of the plurality of handles 116 is a grip that attaches to thesuperior ring 111. Each of the plurality of handles 116 allows for bothcarrying and manipulating the invention 100.

The capture pan 102 is a mechanical structure. The capture pan 102 formsthe capture pan 102 of the invention 100 when the invention 100 isdeployed. The capture pan 102 forms a physical barrier that allows theclient 105. The capture pan 102 drains the water that falls on thecapture pan 102 out of the private space 104 formed by the invention100. The capture pan 102 comprises an inferior ring 121 and an inferiorpan 122.

The inferior ring 121 is a ring shaped structure. The inferior ring 121is a rigid structure. The inferior ring 121 forms an open congruent endof the prism-shaped structure formed by the lateral bracing 103. Theinferior ring 121 attaches the capture pan 102 to the lateral bracing103.

The inferior pan 122 is a mechanical structure. The inferior pan 122 isselected from the group consisting of a rigid structure and a sheeting.The inferior pan 122 is geometrically similar to the characteristicaperture formed by the ring structure of the inferior ring 121. Theinferior pan 122 attaches to the inferior ring 121 such that theinferior pan 122 encloses the open congruent end of the prism structureof the lateral bracing 103. The inferior pan 122 of the capture pan 102causes the superior structure 101, the capture pan 102, and the lateralbracing 103 to form a pan shaped structure. The inferior pan 122 formsthe physical barrier between the client 105 and the ground. The inferiorpan 122 further comprises one or more scuppers 123. Each of the one ormore scuppers 123 is an aperture formed through the inferior pan 122such that water that accumulates in the inferior pan 122 drains out ofthe inferior pan 122 through the one or more scuppers 123.

The lateral bracing 103 is a mechanical structure. The lateral bracing103 forms a prism-shaped structure. The lateral bracing 103 is acollapsible structure. By collapsible is meant that the span of thelength of the center axis of the prism structure formed by the lateralbracing 103 is adjustable. The lateral bracing 103 forms a verticalbarrier that creates the private space 104 of the invention 100. Thelateral bracing 103 forms an openwork framework that is enclosed by asheeting structure. The open framework of the lateral bracing 103 formsthe prism-shaped structure of the lateral bracing 103. The openframework of the lateral bracing 103 forms the collapsible elements ofthe lateral bracing 103. The sheeting of the bracing 103 that enclosesthe openwork framework is a flexible structure.

The sheeting of the bracing 103 is a hydrophobic structure. The sheetingstructure is a mildew resistance structure. The mildew resistance of thesheeting structure is derived by treating the sheeting structure with5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-phenol (CAS 3380-34-5). The sheeting ofthe bracing 103 is an opaque structure. The sheeting of the bracing 103forms the vertically oriented barriers that form the private space 104of the invention 100. The sheeting of the bracing 103 is a flexiblestructure that folds as the openwork framework is collapsed.

The lateral bracing 103 comprises a privacy sheeting 131, a privacycurtain 132, a plurality of c-rings 133, a plurality of telescopicstanchions 134, a curtain sheeting 135, and a curtain rod 136.

Each of the plurality of c-rings 133 is a c-ring shaped structure. Eachof the plurality of c-rings 133 is a rigid structure. Each of theplurality of c-rings 133 is identical. Each of the plurality of c-rings133 mount in the lateral bracing 103 such that the center of each of theplurality of c-rings 133 are aligned. The line formed by the centers ofeach of the plurality of c-rings 133 forms the center axis of the prismstructure formed by the lateral bracing 103. Each of the plurality ofc-rings 133 attaches to the privacy sheeting 131 such that the privacysheeting 131 forms a vertically oriented barrier around the privatespace 104 of the invention 100. Each of the open sections of the cstructure of each of the plurality of c-rings 133 are aligned such thatthe open spaces combine to form an entryway into the private space 104of the invention 100.

The plurality of c-rings 133 comprises a first c-ring 161, a secondc-ring 162, a third c-ring 163, and a fourth c-ring 164. The firstc-ring 161 is the c-ring selected from the plurality of c-rings 133 thatis proximal to the superior ring 111. The fourth c-ring 164 is thec-ring selected from the plurality of c-rings 133 that is proximal tothe inferior ring 121. The second c-ring 162 is the c-ring selected fromthe plurality of c-rings 133 that is between the first c-ring 161 andthe third c-ring 163. The third c-ring 163 is the c-ring selected fromthe plurality of c-rings 133 that is between the second c-ring 162 andthe fourth c-ring 164.

The privacy sheeting 131 is a textile. Each of the plurality of c-rings133 is secured to the privacy sheeting 131. The privacy sheeting 131forms a portion of the sheeting structure that forms the private space104. The privacy curtain 132 encloses the portion of the privacy space104 that is defined by the plurality of c-rings 133. The privacysheeting 131 comprises a first rouleau 151, a second rouleau 152, athird rouleau 153, a fourth rouleau 154, a fifth rouleau 155, and asixth rouleau 156.

The first rouleau 151 is a rouleau that is formed along the perimeter ofthe textile structure of the privacy sheeting 131. The superior ring 111inserts into the first rouleau 151 to secure the superior structure 101to the privacy sheeting 131. The sixth rouleau 156 is a rouleau that isformed on the perimeter of the privacy sheeting 131 that is distal fromthe first rouleau 151. The inferior ring 121 inserts into the sixthrouleau 156 to secure the inferior ring 121 to the privacy sheeting 131.

The second rouleau 152 is a rouleau that is formed on the face of theprivacy sheeting 131. The first c-ring 161 inserts into the secondrouleau 152 to secure the first c-ring 161 to the privacy sheeting 131.The third rouleau 153 is a rouleau that is formed on the face of theprivacy sheeting 131. The second c-ring 162 inserts into the thirdrouleau 153 to secure the second c-ring 162 to the privacy sheeting 131.The fourth rouleau 154 is a rouleau that is formed on the face of theprivacy sheeting 131. The third c-ring 163 inserts into the fourthrouleau 154 to secure the third c-ring 163 to the privacy sheeting 131.The fifth rouleau 155 is a rouleau that is formed on the face of theprivacy sheeting 131. The fourth c-ring 164 inserts into the fifthrouleau 155 to secure the fourth c-ring 164 to the privacy sheeting 131.

The privacy curtain 132 is a textile. The privacy curtain 132 attachesto the superior ring 111 of the superior structure 101. The privacycurtain 132 encloses the opening in the private space 104 that is formedby the plurality of c-rings 133. The privacy curtain 132 furthercomprises a curtain sheeting 135 and a curtain rod 136.

The curtain sheeting 135 is a textile panel. The curtain sheeting 135encloses the opening formed by the plurality of c-rings 133 after theclient 105 has entered the private space 104. The curtain rod 136 is amechanical structure that suspends the curtain sheeting 135 to thesuperior ring 111 of the superior structure 101. The curtain rod 136attaches to the curtain sheeting 135 to the superior ring 111 such thatthe curtain sheeting 135 will slide along the superior ring 111.

Each of the plurality of telescopic stanchions 134 is a stanchion thatsecures the plurality of c-rings 133, the superior ring 111, and theinferior ring 121 to each other. Each of the plurality of telescopicstanchions 134 is a composite prism structure. Each of the plurality oftelescopic stanchions 134 is a telescopic structure such that the spanof the length of the center axis of each of the plurality of telescopicstanchions 134 is adjustable.

The span of the distance between the superior ring 111 and the pluralityof c-rings 133 adjusts by adjusting the span of the length of the centeraxis of each of the plurality of telescopic stanchions 134. The span ofthe distance between the inferior ring 121 and the plurality of c-rings133 adjusts by adjusting the span of the length of the center axis ofeach of the plurality of telescopic stanchions 134. The span of thedistance between any two adjacent c-rings selected from the plurality ofc-rings 133 adjusts by adjusting the span of the length of the centeraxis of each of the plurality of telescopic stanchions 134.

The plurality of telescopic stanchions 134 comprises a first telescopicstanchion 171 and a second telescopic stanchion 172.

The first telescopic stanchion 171 is a telescopic structure thatcomprises a first arm 181, a second arm 182, and a first detent 191. Thefirst detent 191 is a mechanical device that locks and secures the firstarm 181 to the second arm 182. The first arm 181 is a hollow prism thatis further defined with an inner dimension. The second arm 182 is ahollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. The secondarm 182 is geometrically similar to the first arm 181. The span of theouter dimension of the second arm 182 is lesser than the span of theinner dimension of the first arm 181 such that the second arm 182inserts into the first arm 181 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion 171 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the second arm 182 within the firstarm 181. The position of the second arm 182 relative to the first arm181 is held in position using the first detent 191. The first detent 191is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snap collar,a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and a springloaded ball lock.

The first telescopic stanchion 171 further comprises a third arm 183 anda second detent 192. The second detent 192 is a mechanical device thatlocks and secures the third arm 183 to the second arm 182. The secondarm 182 is further defined with an inner dimension. The third arm 183 isa hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. Thethird arm 183 is geometrically similar to the second arm 182. The spanof the outer dimension of the third arm 183 is lesser than the span ofthe inner dimension of the second arm 182 such that the third arm 183inserts into the second arm 182 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion 171 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the third arm 183 within the secondarm 182. The position of the third arm 183 relative to the second arm182 is held in position using the second detent 192. The second detent192 is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snapcollar, a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and aspring loaded ball lock.

The first telescopic stanchion 171 further comprises a fourth arm 184and a third detent 193. The third detent 193 is a mechanical device thatlocks and secures the fourth arm 184 to the third arm 183. The third arm183 is further defined with an inner dimension. The fourth arm 184 is ahollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. The fourtharm 184 is geometrically similar to the third arm 183. The span of theouter dimension of the fourth arm 184 is lesser than the span of theinner dimension of the third arm 183 such that the fourth arm 184inserts into the third arm 183 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion 171 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the fourth arm 184 within the thirdarm 183. The position of the fourth arm 184 relative to the third arm183 is held in position using the third detent 193. The third detent 193is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snap collar,a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and a springloaded ball lock.

The first telescopic stanchion 171 further comprises a fifth arm 185 anda fourth detent 194. The fourth detent 194 is a mechanical device thatlocks and secures the fifth arm 185 to the fourth arm 184. The fourtharm 184 is further defined with an inner dimension. The fifth arm 185 isa hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. Thefifth arm 185 is geometrically similar to the fourth arm 184. The spanof the outer dimension of the fifth arm 185 is lesser than the span ofthe inner dimension of the fourth arm 184 such that the fifth arm 185inserts into the fourth arm 184 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion 171 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the fifth arm 185 within the fourtharm 184. The position of the fifth arm 185 relative to the fourth arm184 is held in position using the fourth detent 194. The fourth detent194 is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snapcollar, a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and aspring loaded ball lock.

The second telescopic stanchion 172 is a telescopic structure thatcomprises a sixth arm 186, a seventh arm 187, and a fifth detent 195.The fifth detent 195 is a mechanical device that locks and secures thesixth arm 186 to the seventh arm 187. The sixth arm 186 is a hollowprism that is further defined with an inner dimension. The seventh arm187 is a hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension.The seventh arm 187 is geometrically similar to the sixth arm 186. Thespan of the outer dimension of the seventh arm 187 is lesser than thespan of the inner dimension of the sixth arm 186 such that the seventharm 187 inserts into the sixth arm 186 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the second telescopic stanchion 172 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the seventh arm 187 within the sixtharm 186. The position of the seventh arm 187 relative to the sixth arm186 is held in position using the fifth detent 195. The fifth detent 195is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snap collar,a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and a springloaded ball lock.

The second telescopic stanchion 172 further comprises an eighth arm 188and a sixth detent 196. The sixth detent 196 is a mechanical device thatlocks and secures the eighth arm 188 to the seventh arm 187. The seventharm 187 is further defined with an inner dimension. The eighth arm 188is a hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. Theeighth arm 188 is geometrically similar to the seventh arm 187. The spanof the outer dimension of the eighth arm 188 is lesser than the span ofthe inner dimension of the seventh arm 187 such that the eighth arm 188inserts into the seventh arm 187 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the second telescopic stanchion 172 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the eighth arm 188 within the seventharm 187. The position of the eighth arm 188 relative to the seventh arm187 is held in position using the sixth detent 196. The sixth detent 196is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snap collar,a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and a springloaded ball lock.

The second telescopic stanchion 172 further comprises a ninth arm 189and a seventh detent 197. The seventh detent 197 is a mechanical devicethat locks and secures the ninth arm 189 to the eighth arm 188. Theeighth arm 188 is further defined with an inner dimension. The ninth arm189 is a hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension.The ninth arm 189 is geometrically similar to the eighth arm 188. Thespan of the outer dimension of the ninth arm 189 is lesser than the spanof the inner dimension of the eighth arm 188 such that the ninth arm 189inserts into the eighth arm 188 in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite prism structure.

The span of the length of the second telescopic stanchion 172 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the ninth arm 189 within the eightharm 188. The position of the ninth arm 189 relative to the eighth arm188 is held in position using the seventh detent 197. The seventh detent197 is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snapcollar, a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and aspring loaded ball lock.

The second telescopic stanchion 172 further comprises a tenth arm 190and an eighth detent 198. The eighth detent 198 is a mechanical devicethat locks and secures the tenth arm 190 to the ninth arm 189. The nintharm 189 is further defined with an inner dimension. The tenth arm 190 isa hollow prism that is further defined with an outer dimension. Thetenth arm 190 is geometrically similar to the ninth arm 189. The span ofthe outer dimension of the tenth arm 190 is lesser than the span of theinner dimension of the ninth arm 189 such that the tenth arm 190 insertsinto the ninth arm 189 in a telescopic fashion to form a composite prismstructure.

The span of the length of the second telescopic stanchion 172 adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the tenth arm 190 within the nintharm 189. The position of the tenth arm 190 relative to the ninth arm 189is held in position using the eighth detent 198. The eighth detent 198is selected from the group consisting of a cotter pin, a G snap collar,a cam lock collar, a threaded clutch, a split collar lock, and a springloaded ball lock.

The first arm 181 rigidly attaches to both the superior ring 111 and thefirst c-ring 161. The second arm 182 rigidly attaches to both the secondc-ring 162 while simultaneously inserting into the first arm 181. Thethird arm 183 rigidly attaches to both the third c-ring 163 whilesimultaneously inserting into the second arm 182. The fourth arm 184rigidly attaches to both the fourth c-ring 164 while simultaneouslyinserting into the third arm 183. The fifth arm 185 rigidly attaches toboth the inferior ring 121 while simultaneously inserting into thefourth arm 184.

The sixth arm 186 rigidly attaches to both the superior ring 111 and thefirst c-ring 161. The seventh arm 187 rigidly attaches to both thesecond c-ring 162 while simultaneously inserting into the sixth arm 186.The eighth arm 188 rigidly attaches to both the third c-ring 163 whilesimultaneously inserting into the seventh arm 187. The ninth arm 189rigidly attaches to both the fourth c-ring 164 while simultaneouslyinserting into the eighth arm 188. The tenth arm 190 rigidly attaches toboth the inferior ring 121 while simultaneously inserting into the nintharm 189.

The following definitions were used in this disclosure:

5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-phenol: As used in this disclosure,5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-phenol (CAS 3380 34-5) is an antifungaland antibiotic agent that is commonly used in consumer products.5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-phenol is commonly referred to astriclosan.

Align: As used in this disclosure, align refers to an arrangement ofobjects that are: 1) arranged in a straight plane or line; 2) arrangedto give a directional sense of a plurality of parallel planes or lines;or, 3) a first line or curve is congruent to and overlaid on a secondline or curve.

C-Ring: As used in this disclosure, a C-Ring refers to a non-Euclideanprism structure that is formed with a shape characteristic of the letterC.

Center: As used in this disclosure, a center is a point that is: 1) thepoint within a circle that is equidistant from all the points of thecircumference; 2) the point within a regular polygon that is equidistantfrom all the vertices of the regular polygon; 3) the point on a linethat is equidistant from the ends of the line; 4) the point, pivot, oraxis around which something revolves; or, 5) the centroid or firstmoment of an area or structure. In cases where the appropriatedefinition or definitions are not obvious, the fifth option should beused in interpreting the specification.

Center Axis: As used in this disclosure, the center axis is the axis ofa cylinder or a prism. The center axis of a prism is the line that joinsthe center point of the first congruent face of the prism to the centerpoint of the second corresponding congruent face of the prism. Thecenter axis of a pyramid refers to a line formed through the apex of thepyramid that is perpendicular to the base of the pyramid. When thecenter axes of two cylinder, prism or pyramidal structures share thesame line they are said to be aligned. When the center axes of twocylinder, prism or pyramidal structures do not share the same line theyare said to be offset.

Client: As used in this disclosure, a client is an individual who isdesignated to receive the services of the disclosure at bar.

Collapsible: As used in this disclosure, the terms collapsible refers toan object that is configured such that the volume of the object isadjustable. By volume is meant the volume of the perimetrical boundarythat contains the object. The verb collapse means that the volume of theobject is adjusted from a larger volume to a smaller volume. The verbsexpand and deploy mean that the volume of the object is adjusted from asmaller volume to a larger volume.

Congruent: As used in this disclosure, congruent is a term that comparesa first object to a second object. Specifically, two objects are said tobe congruent when: 1) they are geometrically similar; and, 2) the firstobject can superimpose over the second object such that the first objectaligns, within manufacturing tolerances, with the second object.

Correspond: As used in this disclosure, the term correspond is used as acomparison between two or more objects wherein one or more propertiesshared by the two or more objects match, agree, or align withinacceptable manufacturing tolerances.

Disk: As used in this disclosure, a disk is a prism-shaped object thatis flat in appearance. The disk is formed from two congruent ends thatare attached by a lateral face. The sum of the surface areas of twocongruent ends of the prism-shaped object that forms the disk is greaterthan the surface area of the lateral face of the prism-shaped objectthat forms the disk. In this disclosure, the congruent ends of theprism-shaped structure that forms the disk are referred to as the facesof the disk.

Fitting: As used in this disclosure, a fitting is a component that isattached to a first object. The fitting is used to forming a fluidicconnection between the first object and a second object.

Fluid: As used in this disclosure, a fluid refers to a state of matterwherein the matter is capable of flow and takes the shape of a containerit is placed within. The term fluid commonly refers to a liquid or agas.

Fluidic Connection: As used in this disclosure, a fluidic connectionrefers to a tubular structure that transports a fluid from a firstobject to a second object. Methods to design and use a fluidicconnections are well-known and documented in the mechanical, chemical,and plumbing arts.

Force: As used in this disclosure, a force refers to a net (orunopposed) measurable interaction that changes the direction of motionof an object, the velocity of motion of an object, the momentum of anobject, or the stress within an object.

Force of Gravity: As used in this disclosure, the force of gravityrefers to a vector that indicates the direction of the pull of gravityon an object at or near the surface of the earth.

Form Factor: As used in this disclosure, the term form factor refers tothe size and shape of an object.

Framework: As used in this disclosure, a framework refers to thesubstructure of an object that forms the load path for the object.

Geometrically Similar: As used in this disclosure, geometrically similaris a term that compares a first object to a second object wherein: 1)the sides of the first object have a one to one correspondence to thesides of the second object; 2) wherein the ratio of the length of eachpair of corresponding sides are equal; 3) the angles formed by the firstobject have a one to one correspondence to the angles of the secondobject; and, 4) wherein the corresponding angles are equal. The termgeometrically identical refers to a situation where the ratio of thelength of each pair of corresponding sides equals 1.

GHT: As used in this disclosure, GHT refers to a standard Garden HoseThread. The GHT is a threaded connection standard that is used in theUnited States for attaching a garden hose to a water supply forattaching one of a plurality of attachments to the garden hose.

Grip: As used in this disclosure, a grip is an accommodation formed onor within an object that allows the object to be grasped or manipulatedby a hand.

Ground: As used in this disclosure, the ground is a solid supportingsurface formed by the Earth. The term level ground means that thesupporting surface formed by the ground is roughly perpendicular to theforce of gravity. Always use supporting surface.

Handle: As used in this disclosure, a handle is an object by which atool, object, or door is held or manipulated with the hand.

Hook: As used in this disclosure, a hook is an object that is curved orbent at an angle such that items can be hung on or caught by the object.

Horizontal: As used in this disclosure, horizontal is a directional termthat refers to a direction that is either: 1) parallel to the horizon;2) perpendicular to the local force of gravity, or, 3) parallel to asupporting surface. In cases where the appropriate definition ordefinitions are not obvious, the second option should be used ininterpreting the specification. Unless specifically noted in thisdisclosure, the horizontal direction is always perpendicular to thevertical direction.

Hose: As used in this disclosure, a hose is a flexible hollow tube thatis used for transporting liquids and gases. When referring to a hose inthis disclosure, the terms inner diameter and outer diameter are used asthey would be used by those skilled in the plumbing arts.

Hydrophobic: As used in this disclosure, hydrophobic refers to asubstance that repels and does not mix with water. Hydrophobic materialsare often selected because they will not absorb water.

Inferior: As used in this disclosure, the term inferior refers to adirectional reference that is parallel to and in the same direction asthe force of gravity when an object is positioned or used normally.

Liquid: As used in this disclosure, a liquid refers to a state (phase)of matter that is fluid and that maintains, for a given pressure, afixed volume that is independent of the volume of the container.

Load: As used in this disclosure, the term load refers to an object uponwhich a force is acting or which is otherwise absorbing energy in somefashion. Examples of a load in this sense include, but are not limitedto, a mass that is being moved a distance or an electrical circuitelement that draws energy. The term load is also commonly used to referto the forces that are applied to a stationary structure.

Load Path: As used in this disclosure, a load path refers to a chain ofone or more structures that transfers a load generated by a raisedstructure or object to a foundation, supporting surface, or the earth.

Loop: As used in this disclosure, a loop is the length of a first linearstructure including, but not limited to, shafts, lines, cords, orwebbings, that is: 1) folded over and joined at the ends forming anenclosed space; or, 2) curved to form a closed or nearly closed spacewithin the first linear structure. In both cases, the space formedwithin the first linear structure is such that a second linear structuresuch as a line, cord or a hook can be inserted through the space formedwithin the first linear structure. Within this disclosure, the firstlinear structure is said to be looped around the second linearstructure.

Negative Space: As used in this disclosure, negative space is a methodof defining an object through the use of open or empty space as thedefinition of the object itself, or, through the use of open or emptyspace to describe the boundaries of an object.

Non-Euclidean Prism: As used in this disclosure, a non-Euclidean prismis a prism structure wherein the center axis of the prism lies on anon-Euclidean plane or is otherwise formed with a curvature.

Non-Euclidean Structure: As used in this disclosure, a non-Euclideanstructure is a structure wherein an axis of the structure lies on anon-Euclidean plane or is otherwise formed with a curvature.

Nozzle: As used in this disclosure, a nozzle is a device that receivesfluid under pressure and releases the fluid in a controlled manner intoan environment.

One to One: When used in this disclosure, a one to one relationshipmeans that a first element selected from a first set is in some mannerconnected to only one element of a second set. A one to onecorrespondence means that the one to one relationship exists both fromthe first set to the second set and from the second set to the firstset. A one to one fashion means that the one to one relationship existsin only one direction.

Openwork: As used in this disclosure, the term open work is used todescribe a structure, often a surface, which is formed with one or moreopenings that allow for visibility and fluid flow through the structure.Wrought work and meshes are forms of openwork.

Pan: As used in this disclosure, a pan is a hollow and prism-shapedcontainment structure. The pan has a single open face. The open face ofthe pan is often, but not always, the superior face of the pan. The openface is a surface selected from the group consisting of: a) a congruentend of the prism structure that forms the pan; and, b) a lateral face ofthe prism structure that forms the pan. A semi-enclosed pan refers to apan wherein the closed end of prism structure of the pan and/or aportion of the closed lateral faces of the pan is are open.

Perimeter: As used in this disclosure, a perimeter is one or more curvedor straight lines that bounds an enclosed area on a plane or surface.The perimeter of a circle is commonly referred to as a circumference.

Permanent: As used in this disclosure, the term permanent refers to afundamental state, condition, or location of an object, process, orarrangement that is not subject to, or expected to be, changed. Aperpetual object refers to a permanent object that is expected to lastover an unlimited period of time. A building such as a house or askyscraper would be considered permanent. An ocean would be consideredperpetual.

PET: As used in this disclosure, PET is an acronym for poly(ethyleneterephthalate) (CAS 25038-59-9) which is the base chemical used in theformation of polyester yarn.

Pressure: As used in this disclosure, pressure refers to a measure offorce per unit area.

Prism: As used in this disclosure, a prism is a three-dimensionalgeometric structure wherein: 1) the form factor of two faces of theprism are congruent; and, 2) the two congruent faces are parallel toeach other. The two congruent faces are also commonly referred to as theends of the prism. The surfaces that connect the two congruent faces arecalled the lateral faces. In this disclosure, when further descriptionis required a prism will be named for the geometric or descriptive nameof the form factor of the two congruent faces. If the form factor of thetwo corresponding faces has no clearly established or well-knowngeometric or descriptive name, the term irregular prism will be used.The center axis of a prism is defined as a line that joins the centerpoint of the first congruent face of the prism to the center point ofthe second corresponding congruent face of the prism. The center axis ofa prism is otherwise analogous to the center axis of a cylinder. A prismwherein the ends are circles is commonly referred to as a cylinder.

Private: As used in this disclosure, the term private refers to thelimitation of use of an object to one or more individual. The termprivacy refers to maintaining an object or individual in a locationwhere the object or individual can be neither observed nor disturbed.

Rigid Structure: As used in this disclosure, a rigid structure is asolid structure formed from an inelastic material that resists changesin shape. A rigid structure will permanently deform as it fails under aforce. See bimodal flexible structure.

Ring: As used in this disclosure, a ring is term that is used todescribe a disk-like structure through which an aperture is formed.Rings are often considered loops.

Rouleau: As used in this disclosure, a rouleau is a tube or channel thatis formed on a textile or sheeting.

Scupper: As used in this disclosure, a scupper is an aperture thatallows a liquid to drain away from a contained space or deck.

Sheeting: As used in this disclosure, a sheeting is a material, such asa paper, textile, a plastic, or a metal foil, in the form of a thinflexible layer or layers. The sheeting forms a disk structure. The twosurfaces of the sheeting with the greatest surface area are called thefaces of the sheeting.

Shower: As used in this disclosure, a shower is a mechanical structurethat generates a spray of water used by a client for cleaning. Theshower is typically maintained in an enclosed space that providesprivacy. A community shower refers to one or more showers that do notprovide for the privacy of the client.

Spoke: As used in this disclosure, a spoke refers to one of a pluralityof prism-shaped shaft structures that project radially away from acenter point of a central hub. Spokes are often rotated around thecenter point by the rotation of the central hub.

Spray: As used in this disclosure, a spray is a plurality of liquiddrops dispersed in a gas.

Spray Nozzle: As used in this disclosure, a spray nozzle is a devicethat receives liquid under pressure and disperses that liquid into theatmosphere as a spray.

Superior: As used in this disclosure, the term superior refers to adirectional reference that is parallel to and in the opposite directionof the force of gravity when an object is positioned or used normally.

Supporting Surface: As used in this disclosure, a supporting surface isa horizontal surface upon which an object is placed and to which theload of the object is transferred. This disclosure assumes that anobject placed on the supporting surface is in an orientation that isappropriate for the normal or anticipated use of the object.

Suspend: As used in this disclosure, to suspend an object means tosupport an object such that the inferior end of the object does not forma significant portion of the load path of the object.

Telescopic: As used in this disclosure, telescopic is an adjective thatdescribes a composite prism structure made of hollow prism-shapedsections that fit or slide into each other such that the composite prismstructure can be made longer or shorter by adjusting the relativepositions of the hollow prism-shaped sections.

Temporary: As used in this disclosure, the term temporary refers to astate, condition, or location of an object, process, or arrangement thatis intended to last for a limited period of time. The term temporary isthe opposite of permanent. The term transient refers to a temporarystate or condition of an object that degrades over time. In physicalprocesses, the term transient tends to imply a short period of time.

Textile: As used in this disclosure, a textile is a material that iswoven, knitted, braided or felted. Synonyms in common usage for thisdefinition include fabric and cloth. The two surfaces of the textilewith the greatest surface area are called the faces of the textile.

Tube: As used in this disclosure, a tube is a hollow prism-shaped deviceformed with two open congruent ends. The tube is used for transportingliquids (including bulk solids) and gases. The line that connects thecenter of the first congruent face of the prism to the center of thesecond congruent face of the prism is referred to as the center axis ofthe tube or the centerline of the tube. When two tubes share the samecenterline they are said to be aligned. When the centerlines of twotubes are perpendicular to each other, the tubes are said to beperpendicular to each other. In this disclosure, the terms innerdimensions of a tube and outer dimensions of a tube are used as theywould be used by those skilled in the plumbing arts.

Vertical: As used in this disclosure, vertical refers to a directionthat is either: 1) perpendicular to the horizontal direction; 2)parallel to the local force of gravity; or, 3) when referring to anindividual object the direction from the designated top of theindividual object to the designated bottom of the individual object. Incases where the appropriate definition or definitions are not obvious,the second option should be used in interpreting the specification.Unless specifically noted in this disclosure, the vertical direction isalways perpendicular to the horizontal direction.

With respect to the above description, it is to be realized that theoptimum dimensional relationship for the various components of theinvention described above and in FIGS. 1 through 7 include variations insize, materials, shape, form, function, and manner of operation,assembly and use, are deemed readily apparent and obvious to one skilledin the art, and all equivalent relationships to those illustrated in thedrawings and described in the specification are intended to beencompassed by the invention.

It shall be noted that those skilled in the art will readily recognizenumerous adaptations and modifications which can be made to the variousembodiments of the present invention which will result in an improvedinvention, yet all of which will fall within the spirit and scope of thepresent invention as defined in the following claims. Accordingly, theinvention is to be limited only by the scope of the following claims andtheir equivalents.

The inventor claims:
 1. A collapsible outdoor shower comprising asuperior structure, a capture pan, and a lateral bracing structure;wherein the lateral bracing structure secures the capture pan to thesuperior structure; wherein the superior structure suspends thecollapsible outdoor shower from an externally provisioned structure;wherein the collapsible outdoor shower is a temporary structure deployedto create a private space for a client that is used for showering;wherein the lateral bracing structure forms the private space thatencloses the client; wherein the capture pan forms a protected surfaceon which the client stands while in the private space; wherein thesuperior structure comprises a superior ring, a plurality of spokes, ahub, a hook, a shower head, and a plurality of handles; wherein thesuperior ring is a ring shaped structure; wherein the superior ringforms an open congruent end of the structure formed by the lateralbracing; wherein the superior ring attaches the superior structure tothe lateral bracing; wherein the plurality of handles attach to thesuperior ring; wherein the hub is a mechanical structure; wherein thehub is positioned at the center of the ring structure of the superiorring such that the center of the hub and the center of the superior ringform a line that is aligned with the vertical direction; wherein theplurality of spokes physically secures the hub to the superior ring suchthat the hub is at the center of the superior ring; wherein the superiorring is a rigid structure; wherein the hook attaches to the superiorsurface of the hub; wherein the hub contains the shower head.
 2. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 1 wherein the plurality ofspokes further comprises a first spoke, a second spoke, and a thirdspoke; wherein the first spoke is a first structure selected from theplurality of spokes that attaches the superior ring to the hub; whereinthe second spoke is a second structure selected from the plurality ofspokes that attaches the superior ring to the hub; wherein the thirdspoke is a third structure selected from the plurality of spokes thatattaches the superior ring to the hub; wherein the plurality of spokestransfers the loads of the superior ring, the capture pan, and thelateral bracing to the hub when the collapsible outdoor shower issuspended for deployment; wherein the relative positions of each of theplurality of spokes is such that the angle between any two adjacentspokes selected from the plurality of spokes is equal.
 3. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 2 wherein the hook is amechanical structure; wherein the hook suspends the hub from theexternally provisioned structure; wherein the shower head is a nozzlestructure; wherein the shower head receives water under pressure from anexternally provisioned source of water and discharges the received wateras a spray into the private space of the collapsible outdoor shower;wherein the shower head mounts in the interior space of the hub suchthat the hub forms a protective shell around the shower head; whereineach of the plurality of handles is a grip that attaches to the superiorring; wherein each of the plurality of handles allows for both carryingand manipulating the collapsible outdoor shower.
 4. The collapsibleoutdoor shower according to claim 3 wherein the capture pan is amechanical structure; wherein the capture pan forms the capture pan ofthe collapsible outdoor shower when the collapsible outdoor shower isdeployed; wherein the capture pan forms a physical barrier that allowsthe client; wherein the capture pan drains the water that falls on thecapture pan out of the private space formed by the collapsible outdoorshower.
 5. The collapsible outdoor shower according to claim/wherein thecapture pan comprises an inferior ring and an inferior pan; wherein theinferior ring is a ring shaped structure; wherein the inferior ring is arigid structure; wherein the inferior ring forms an open congruent endof the structure formed by the lateral bracing; wherein the inferiorring attaches the capture pan to the lateral bracing; wherein theinferior pan is a mechanical structure; wherein the inferior pan isgeometrically similar to the characteristic aperture formed by the ringstructure of the inferior ring; wherein the inferior pan attaches to theinferior ring such that the inferior pan encloses the open congruent endof the structure of the lateral bracing; wherein the inferior pan formsthe physical barrier between the client and the ground.
 6. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 5 wherein the lateralbracing is a mechanical structure; wherein the lateral bracing is acollapsible structure; wherein by collapsible is meant that the span ofthe length of the center axis of the structure formed by the lateralbracing is adjustable; wherein the lateral bracing forms a verticalbarrier that creates the private space of the collapsible outdoorshower.
 7. The collapsible outdoor shower according to claim 6 whereinthe lateral bracing forms an openwork framework that is enclosed by asheeting structure; wherein the open framework of the lateral bracingforms the structure of the lateral bracing; wherein the open frameworkof the lateral bracing forms the collapsible elements of the lateralbracing; wherein the sheeting of the bracing that encloses the openworkframework is a flexible structure; wherein the sheeting of the bracingis a hydrophobic structure; wherein the sheeting structure is a mildewresistance structure; wherein the sheeting of the bracing is an opaquestructure; wherein the sheeting of the bracing forms the verticallyoriented barriers that form the private space of the collapsible outdoorshower; wherein the sheeting of the bracing is a flexible structure thatfolds as the openwork framework is collapsed.
 8. The collapsible outdoorshower according to claim 7 wherein the lateral bracing comprises aprivacy sheeting, a privacy curtain, a plurality of c-rings, and aplurality of telescopic stanchions; wherein each of the plurality ofc-rings attaches to the privacy sheeting such that the privacy sheetingforms a vertically oriented barrier around the private space of thecollapsible outdoor shower; wherein the privacy sheeting is a textile;wherein the privacy sheeting forms a portion of the sheeting structurethat forms the private space; wherein the privacy curtain is a textile;wherein the privacy curtain encloses the opening in the private spacethat is formed by the plurality of c-rings; wherein each of theplurality of telescopic stanchions is a stanchion that secures theplurality of c-rings, the superior ring, and the inferior ring to eachother.
 9. The collapsible outdoor shower according to claim 8 whereineach of the plurality of c-rings is a c-ring shaped structure; whereineach of the plurality of c-rings is a rigid structure; wherein each ofthe plurality of c-rings is identical; wherein each of the plurality ofc-rings mount in the lateral bracing such that the center of each of theplurality of c-rings are aligned; wherein the line formed by the centersof each of the plurality of c-rings forms the center axis of thestructure formed by the lateral bracing; wherein each of the opensections of the c structure of each of the plurality of c-rings arealigned such that the open spaces combine to form an entryway into theprivate space of the collapsible outdoor shower.
 10. The collapsibleoutdoor shower according to claim 9 wherein the plurality of c-ringscomprises a first c-ring, a second c-ring, a third c-ring, and a fourthc-ring; wherein the first c-ring is the c-ring selected from theplurality of c-rings that is proximal to the superior ring; wherein thefourth c-ring is the c-ring selected from the plurality of c-rings thatis proximal to the inferior ring; wherein the second c-ring is thec-ring selected from the plurality of c-rings that is between the firstc-ring and the third c-ring; wherein the third c-ring is the c-ringselected from the plurality of c-rings that is between the second c-ringand the fourth c-ring; wherein each of the plurality of c-rings issecured to the privacy sheeting.
 11. The collapsible outdoor showeraccording to claim 10 wherein the privacy sheeting comprises a firstrouleau, a second rouleau, a third rouleau, a fourth rouleau, a fifthrouleau, and a sixth rouleau; wherein the first rouleau is a rouleauthat is formed along the perimeter of the textile structure of theprivacy sheeting; wherein the superior ring inserts into the firstrouleau to secure the superior structure to the privacy sheeting;wherein the sixth rouleau is a rouleau that is formed on the perimeterof the privacy sheeting that is distal from the first rouleau; whereinthe inferior ring inserts into the sixth rouleau to secure the inferiorring to the privacy sheeting; wherein the second rouleau is a rouleauthat is formed on the face of the privacy sheeting; wherein the firstc-ring inserts into the second rouleau to secure the first c-ring to theprivacy sheeting; wherein the third rouleau is a rouleau that is formedon the face of the privacy sheeting; wherein the second c-ring insertsinto the third rouleau to secure the second c-ring to the privacysheeting; wherein the fourth rouleau is a rouleau that is formed on theface of the privacy sheeting; wherein the third c-ring inserts into thefourth rouleau to secure the third c-ring to the privacy sheeting;wherein the fifth rouleau is a rouleau that is formed on the face of theprivacy sheeting; wherein the fourth c-ring inserts into the fifthrouleau to secure the fourth c-ring to the privacy sheeting.
 12. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 11 wherein the privacycurtain attaches to the superior ring of the superior structure; whereinthe privacy curtain further comprises a curtain sheeting and a curtainrod; wherein the curtain sheeting is a textile panel; wherein thecurtain sheeting encloses the opening formed by the plurality of c-ringsafter the client has entered the private space; wherein the curtain rodis a mechanical structure that suspends the curtain sheeting to thesuperior ring of the superior structure; wherein the curtain rodattaches to the curtain sheeting to the superior ring such that thecurtain sheeting will slide along the superior ring.
 13. The collapsibleoutdoor shower according to claim 12 wherein each of the plurality oftelescopic stanchions is a composite structure; wherein each of theplurality of telescopic stanchions is a telescopic structure such thatthe span of the length of the center axis of each of the plurality oftelescopic stanchions is adjustable; wherein the span of the distancebetween the superior ring and the plurality of c-rings adjusts byadjusting the span of the length of the center axis of each of theplurality of telescopic stanchions; wherein the span of the distancebetween the inferior ring and the plurality of c-rings adjusts byadjusting the span of the length of the center axis of each of theplurality of telescopic stanchions; wherein the span of the distancebetween any two adjacent c-rings selected from the plurality of c-ringsadjusts by adjusting the span of the length of the center axis of eachof the plurality of telescopic stanchions.
 14. The collapsible outdoorshower according to claim 13 wherein the plurality of telescopicstanchions comprises a first telescopic stanchion; wherein the firsttelescopic stanchion is a telescopic structure that comprises a firstarm, a second arm, and a first detent; wherein the first detent is amechanical device that locks and secures the first arm to the secondarm; wherein the first arm is a hollow structure that is further definedwith an inner dimension; wherein the second arm is a hollow structurethat is further defined with an outer dimension; wherein the second armis geometrically similar to the first arm; wherein the span of the outerdimension of the second arm is lesser than the span of the innerdimension of the first arm such that the second arm inserts into thefirst arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure; whereinthe span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the second arm within the first arm;wherein the position of the second arm relative to the first arm is heldin position using the first detent; wherein the first telescopicstanchion further comprises a third arm and a second detent; wherein thesecond detent is a mechanical device that locks and secures the thirdarm to the second arm; wherein the second arm is further defined with aninner dimension; wherein the third arm is a hollow structure that isfurther defined with an outer dimension; wherein the third arm isgeometrically similar to the second arm; wherein the span of the outerdimension of the third arm is lesser than the span of the innerdimension of the second arm such that the third arm inserts into thesecond arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure;wherein the span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion adjustsby adjusting the relative position of the third arm within the secondarm; wherein the position of the third arm relative to the second arm isheld in position using the second detent; wherein the first telescopicstanchion further comprises a fourth arm and a third detent; wherein thethird detent is a mechanical device that locks and secures the fourtharm to the third arm; wherein the third arm is further defined with aninner dimension; wherein the fourth arm is a hollow structure that isfurther defined with an outer dimension; wherein the fourth arm isgeometrically similar to the third arm; wherein the span of the outerdimension of the fourth arm is lesser than the span of the innerdimension of the third arm such that the fourth arm inserts into thethird arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure; whereinthe span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the fourth arm within the third arm;wherein the position of the fourth arm relative to the third arm is heldin position using the third detent; wherein the first telescopicstanchion further comprises a fifth arm and a fourth detent; wherein thefourth detent is a mechanical device that locks and secures the fiftharm to the fourth arm; wherein the fourth arm is further defined with aninner dimension; wherein the fifth arm is a hollow structure that isfurther defined with an outer dimension; wherein the fifth arm isgeometrically similar to the fourth arm; wherein the span of the outerdimension of the fifth arm is lesser than the span of the innerdimension of the fourth arm such that the fifth arm inserts into thefourth arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure;wherein the span of the length of the first telescopic stanchion adjustsby adjusting the relative position of the fifth arm within the fourtharm; wherein the position of the fifth arm relative to the fourth arm isheld in position using the fourth detent.
 15. The collapsible outdoorshower according to claim 14 wherein the first arm rigidly attaches toboth the superior ring and the first c-ring; wherein the second armrigidly attaches to both the second c-ring while simultaneouslyinserting into the first arm; wherein the third arm rigidly attaches toboth the third c-ring while simultaneously inserting into the secondarm; wherein the fourth arm rigidly attaches to both the fourth c-ringwhile simultaneously inserting into the third arm; wherein the fifth armrigidly attaches to both the inferior ring while simultaneouslyinserting into the fourth arm.
 16. The collapsible outdoor showeraccording to claim 15 wherein the plurality of telescopic stanchionsfurther comprises a second telescopic stanchion; wherein the secondtelescopic stanchion is a telescopic structure that comprises a sixtharm, a seventh arm, and a fifth detent; wherein the fifth detent is amechanical device that locks and secures the sixth arm to the seventharm; wherein the sixth arm is a hollow structure that is further definedwith an inner dimension; wherein the seventh arm is a hollow structurethat is further defined with an outer dimension; wherein the seventh armis geometrically similar to the sixth arm; wherein the span of the outerdimension of the seventh arm is lesser than the span of the innerdimension of the sixth arm such that the seventh arm inserts into thesixth arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure; whereinthe span of the length of the second telescopic stanchion adjusts byadjusting the relative position of the seventh arm within the sixth arm;wherein the position of the seventh arm relative to the sixth arm isheld in position using the fifth detent; wherein the second telescopicstanchion further comprises an eighth arm and a sixth detent; whereinthe sixth detent is a mechanical device that locks and secures theeighth arm to the seventh arm; wherein the seventh arm is furtherdefined with an inner dimension; wherein the eighth arm is a hollowstructure that is further defined with an outer dimension; wherein theeighth arm is geometrically similar to the seventh arm; wherein the spanof the outer dimension of the eighth arm is lesser than the span of theinner dimension of the seventh arm such that the eighth arm inserts intothe seventh arm in a telescopic fashion to form a composite structure;wherein the span of the length of the second telescopic stanchionadjusts by adjusting the relative position of the eighth arm within theseventh arm; wherein the position of the eighth arm relative to theseventh arm is held in position using the sixth detent; wherein thesecond telescopic stanchion further comprises a ninth arm and a seventhdetent; wherein the seventh detent is a mechanical device that locks andsecures the ninth arm to the eighth arm; wherein the eighth arm isfurther defined with an inner dimension; wherein the ninth arm is ahollow structure that is further defined with an outer dimension;wherein the ninth arm is geometrically similar to the eighth arm;wherein the span of the outer dimension of the ninth arm is lesser thanthe span of the inner dimension of the eighth arm such that the nintharm inserts into the eighth arm in a telescopic fashion to form acomposite structure; wherein the span of the length of the secondtelescopic stanchion adjusts by adjusting the relative position of theninth arm within the eighth arm; wherein the position of the ninth armrelative to the eighth arm is held in position using the seventh detent;wherein the second telescopic stanchion further comprises a tenth armand an eighth detent; wherein the eighth detent is a mechanical devicethat locks and secures the tenth arm to the ninth arm; wherein the nintharm is further defined with an inner dimension; wherein the tenth arm isa hollow structure that is further defined with an outer dimension;wherein the tenth arm is geometrically similar to the ninth arm; whereinthe span of the outer dimension of the tenth arm is lesser than the spanof the inner dimension of the ninth arm such that the tenth arm insertsinto the ninth arm in a telescopic fashion to form a compositestructure; wherein the span of the length of the second telescopicstanchion adjusts by adjusting the relative position of the tenth armwithin the ninth arm; wherein the position of the tenth arm relative tothe ninth arm is held in position using the eighth detent.
 17. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 16 wherein the sixth armrigidly attaches to both the superior ring and the first c-ring; whereinthe seventh arm rigidly attaches to both the second c-ring whilesimultaneously inserting into the sixth arm; wherein the eighth armrigidly attaches to both the third c-ring while simultaneously insertinginto the seventh arm; wherein the ninth arm rigidly attaches to both thefourth c-ring while simultaneously inserting into the eighth arm;wherein the tenth arm rigidly attaches to both the inferior ring whilesimultaneously inserting into the ninth arm.
 18. The collapsible outdoorshower according to claim 17 wherein the shower head further comprises aspray nozzle and a fitting; wherein the spray nozzle is a mechanicalstructure that receives water under pressure from the fitting anddischarges the water as a spray into the private space of thecollapsible outdoor shower; wherein the fitting is a mechanicalstructure that forms a fluidic connection between the spray nozzle andthe water under pressure from an externally provisioned source of water;wherein the inferior pan further comprises one or more scuppers; whereineach of the one or more scuppers is an aperture formed through theinferior pan such that water that accumulates in the inferior pan drainsout of the inferior pan through the one or more scuppers.
 19. Thecollapsible outdoor shower according to claim 18 wherein the mildewresistance of the sheeting structure is derived by treating the sheetingstructure with 5-chloro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenoxy)-phenol (CAS 3380-34-5).